Labor Day Travel Overview
Travel Trends
- Labor Day weekend is approaching, and travelers across the U.S. are preparing for their last summer getaway.
- Gas Prices: Expect an average of $4.03 per gallon—the highest on record for Labor Day. In comparison, last year’s average was $3.19 per gallon.
Air Travel
- The TSA anticipates screening over 17 million travelers from September 3 to September 9.
- Top Travel Destinations: Seattle, Orlando, Boston, Denver, and New York City.
- United Airlines expects 3.4 million passengers, significantly more than last year, with peak days on September 4 and September 7.
- American Airlines forecasts over 3.5 million travelers, with a peak on September 7 and heavy traffic through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Road Travel
- Traffic Peaks: The busiest times will be Thursday after work and Friday during the day.
- Traffic Warnings:
- September 3: Expect heavy traffic from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- September 4: Heaviest traffic from noon to 8 p.m.
- Labor Day: When heading home, avoid driving between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to minimize delays.
Prepare accordingly for a busy travel weekend! Safe travels!
